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- Page 1 User Manual 2/4-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.0 Hub and Audio GCS1902 / GCS1904 PART NO. M1434-a / M1435-a www.iogear.com...
- Page 2 ©2017 IOGEAR. All Rights Reserved. Part No. M1434 / M1435. IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo is trademarks of IOGEAR. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Features Requirements Operating Systems Overview Hardware Setup Basic Operation Hotkey Operation Advance Configuration Keyboard Operating Platform Keyboard Emulation Firmware Upgrade Utility Specification Troubleshooting Compliance Information Limited Warranty Contact... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction IOGEAR’s GCS1902/1904 2/4-Port DisplayPort KVMP with USB 3.0 Hub and Audio takes a giant leap forward in KVM switch functionality by combining KVM switch with a DisplayPort video interface, and 2-Port USB 3.0 hub. DisplayPort technology provides up to 4K UHD - 3840 x 2160 @30Hz resolution that displays the most vivid high definition images available while delivering premium sound for music, movies, and gaming. -
Page 5: Features
• 2 (GCS1902) or 4 (GCS1904)-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.0 Hub and audio • One USB console controls two (GCS1902) or four (GCS1904) computers and two USB 3.0 peripherals • Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and mouse •... -
Page 6: Requirements
• Type A USB port • Audio ports (optional) Cables Use only the included IOGEAR DisplayPort KVM cable sets, designed specifically to work with the GCS1902/1904. Note: The quality of the display is affected by the quality and length of the cables. If you need additional cable set, please contact your dealer or IOGEAR to purchase IOGEAR approved cables. -
Page 7: Overview
Overview GCS1902 Front View 2-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch GCS1902 GCS1902 Back View... - Page 8 GCS1904 Front View 4-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch GCS1904 GCS1904 Back View...
- Page 9 Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate its use. KVM Ports The KVM cables connecting the computers to the GCS1902/1904 are plugged into these ports. Each KVM port section is comprised of a speaker jack, USB type B socket and a DisplayPort connector.
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Page 10: Hardware Setup
Please make sure that all devices including the GCS1902/1904, DisplayPort monitor, and computers are powered OFF. Connect the USB keyboard and the USB mouse to the GCS1902/1904 Console ports located on the rear side panel. Connect the DisplayPort monitor to the GCS1902/1904 Console DisplayPort port located on the rear side panel. - Page 11 GCS1902 Back View GCS1902 Front View 2-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch GCS1902...
- Page 12 GCS1904 Back View GCS1904 Front View 4-Port DisplayPort KVMP Switch GCS1904...
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Page 13: Basic Operation
Powering OFF and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power OFF the GCS1902/1904, before switching it back ON, you must follow below steps: Shut down or Power OFF all computers that are attached to the GCS1902/1904. -
Page 14: Hotkey Operation
Hotkey Operation IOGEAR’s GCS1902/1904 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function for convenience in controlling and configuring KVM installation from the keyboard. Hotkeys provide asynchronous (independent) switching of the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus. Therefore, users can give one computer the KVM focus, another the USB hub focus, while a third has the audio focus. - Page 15 Auto Scan Mode GCS1902/1904’s Auto Scan feature allows you to monitor computer activities without switching from port to port manually. This feature automatically cycles the KVM focus through the computer ports at regular intervals. See table below for details.
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Page 16: Advance Configuration
Note: 1. The [n] stands for the number of seconds that the GCS1902/1904 should dwell on a port before moving on to the next port. Replace [n] with a number between 1 and 99 when entering this hotkey combination. 2. While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended –... - Page 17 Alternate HSM Invocation Keys In some instances, the default hotkey settings conflict with programs running on your computer and in some instances the default hotkeys either do not exist on your keyboard (Mac keyboards do not have [Scroll Lock]), or are inconvenient to use, Hotkey Setting Mode allows you to select alternate configurations for the KVM’s hotkeys.
- Page 18 Press [X] [Enter] Note: This procedure is a toggle. To enable the Port Switching keys, repeat Step 1 and 2 Restore Default Settings To reset the GCS1902/1904 to its default hotkey settings: Invoke HSM Press [R][Enter] Alternative Manual Port Selection...
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Page 19: Keyboard Operating Platform
OFF. This feature is only supported when mouse emulation is also enabled. Power on Detection With Power on Detection, if the focus computer is powered OFF, the GCS1902/1904 will automatically switch to the next powered ON computer. Power on Detection can be enabled or disabled. -
Page 20: Keyboard Emulation
Keyboard Emulation Console keyboard port emulation/bypass feature supports most gaming/multimedia keyboards. The default setting is enabled. To disable: Invoke HSM Press [N] This procedure is a toggle. Repeat Step 1 and 2 to enable Keyboard Emulation Note: When keyboard emulation is disabled, the [M], [W], [F2], [F3], [F4], [F5], [F6], and [F10] are also disabled SPC Mode To set the keyboard/mouse to use SPC mode so that it can work under special operating... - Page 21 Enables/Disables mouse port-switching. [u][p][g][r][a][d][e] Invokes Firmware Upgrade Mode. [Enter] [X][Enter] Enables/Disables the port switching keys. Mac Keyboard Emulation PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboards can emulate the functions of Mac keyboard. The emulation mapping are listed in table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift...
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Page 22: Firmware Upgrade Utility
In order to perform a firmware upgrade, need to use a computer that is not connected to the GCS1902/1904. To set GCS1902/1904 to Firmware Upgrade Mode: From a computer that is not part of the KVM installation, go to www.iogear.com/product GCS1902 or www.iogear.com/product/GCS1904 to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages. - Page 23 Starting Firmware Upgrade Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file – either by double clicking the file icon, or using a command line to enter the full path. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears. Read the License Agreement and click “I Agree”...
- Page 24 Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. 10. After a successful completion, the GCS1902/1904 will exit the Firmware Upgrade Mode and resets itself. Firmware Upgrade Fail If the Upgrade Succeeded screen does not appear, this means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully.
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Page 25: Specification
Specification Function GCS1902 GCS1904 Connections Computer Console Port Selection Pushbuttons, Hotkey, Mouse* Connectors Console Keyboard 1 x USB Type A (Black) Ports Video 1 x DisplayPort (White) Mouse 1 x USB Type A (Black) Speakers 1 x 3.5 mm Mini Stereo Jack (Green; Front) 1 x 3.5 mm Mini Stereo Jack (Green;... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
In addition, updating the GCS1902/1904’s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released. If your product is not running the latest firmware version, we strongly recommend that you upgrade. -
Page 27: Compliance Information
Compliance Information FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 28: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Warranty Information This product carries a 3 Year Limited Warranty. For the terms and conditions of this warranty, please go to http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty Register online at https://www.iogear.com/registration Important Product Information Product Model Serial Number... -
Page 29: Contact
Contact WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU! NEED ASSISTANCE SETTING UP THIS PRODUCT? Make sure you: 1. Visit www.iogear.com for more product information 2. Visit www.iogear.com/support for live help and product support IOGEAR www.iogear.com iogear.custhelp.com support@iogear.com... - Page 30 Notes...
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